Pageant
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1986
In 1930s New England, a young girl named Hannah prepares for a local pageant, navigating family expectations and her own desires.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Mild interpersonal conflict occurs between characters.
Profanity is absent from the dialogue and narration.
No blasphemous language is used in the book.
Substance abuse is not depicted in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The story is realistic and not frightening.
Occult or magical themes are not present.
This book does not feature LGBTQ+ themes.
The story explores themes of self-discovery and authenticity.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceHannah shows courage in asserting her own feelings.
Family traditions and values are present, but not overt faith.
Family relationships and support are important themes.
Themes of self-acceptance and finding one's voice are explored.
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